Other current and historical names
Location and coordinates are for the approximate centre of Elterwater within this administrative area. Geographic features and populated places may cross administrative borders.
Gazetteer of the British Isles (Edinburgh: Bartholomew, 1887). John Bartholomew
Elterwater, vil. and tarn, on W. border of Westmorland; tarn (3 miles in circuit), at junction of Great Langdale and Little Langdale; vil., adjacent to tarn, and 3 miles W. of Ambleside; P.O., T.O.; at head of tarn is Elterwater Hall.